Okay, so 16 ought to be to your advantage in that this is the age in most jurisdictions that one can legally make their own decisions and be responsible for their own health. What this basically means is that you don't need to have your parents' permission to do things like make appointments, see doctor's, and seek treatment options. It also means that what goes on between you and health practitioners is private. Even if your parents were to demand information from your doctor for example, by law that doctor is not allowed to divulge anything.

So here is my opinion of what to do. You have options.

First of all find out if the age of 16 is in fact the age of medical responsibility.

Make an appointment then with your family doctor. They will evaluate you and make referrals if necessary to mental health professionals on your behalf. This may be to a psychiatrist, this may be to a psychologist (therapists for the most part).

Option 2. Talk to your school guidance counsellor. There are a number of things they can do for you - at your own discretion and authorisation. If you would like, they can talk to your parents on your behalf. They can also assist you with making appointments if you are unable to do so yourself. So too can they get the ball rolling when it comes to evaluations and find for you therapy. Most school boards these days have in house psychologists which your guidance counsellor can link you up with.

Option 3. Find some mental health organisation or group. There should be in your area an mental health association. Look too for youth support groups.

Option 4. You always have at your disposal hot lines to find someone to talk to about this.